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Very Good

#1280 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 37% in state

Cox Elementary School

Elementary School · Xenia Community City

506 Dayton Ave, Xenia, OH 45385

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,280 of 3,441

In Xenia

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Xenia Community City

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Cox Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Xenia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Cox Elementary School

Cox Elementary School is a public elementary school in Xenia, OH, part of Xenia Community City. Cox Elementary School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,280 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Cox Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Cox Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,908
Chronic Absenteeism34.4%

Cox Elementary School — Students at Cox Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
40.8%
ELA
57.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Cox Elementary School Compares

See how Cox Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
63th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

506 Dayton Ave, Xenia, OH 45385

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cox Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Main Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Beavercreek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Trebein Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tecumseh Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Xenia, see our Xenia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Warner Middle School Xenia 0.9 mi 5.2
Shawnee Elementary School Xenia 1.0 mi 6.3
ST BRIGID SCHOOL Xenia 1.2 mi 6.6
Arrowood Elementary Xenia 1.1 mi 8.2
Xenia Preschool Xenia 1.0 mi 6.1
Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners -Xenia Xenia 1.1 mi 5.1
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Xenia 1.6 mi 7.2
Xenia High School Xenia 1.7 mi 4.3
McKinley Elementary School Xenia 1.7 mi 8.1
Tecumseh Elementary School Xenia 2.0 mi 8.4
Greene County Career Center Xenia 2.3 mi 5.3
Trebein Elementary School Xenia 3.5 mi 8.8
Jacob Coy Middle School Xenia 3.5 mi 7.4
Beavercreek High School Beavercreek 5.3 mi 5.8
Ferguson Hall Freshman School Beavercreek 5.4 mi 5.3
Main Elementary School Beavercreek 5.9 mi 9.1
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ELEMENTARY Beavercreek 6.3 mi
Fairborn High School Fairborn 7.5 mi 5.2
Yellow Springs/McKinney High School Yellow Springs 8.0 mi 6.4
ST LUKE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beavercreek 6.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,327

Median Home Value

$197,300

Median Rent

$899/mo

Population

40,057

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cox Elementary School

What grades does Cox Elementary School serve?

Cox Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cox Elementary School?

Cox Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cox Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cox Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cox Elementary School rank in OH?

Cox Elementary School ranks #1,280 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Cox Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cox Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cox Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cox Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cox Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cox Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cox Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cox Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Greene County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.4%

District

Xenia Community City
District Enrollment
3,738
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,908
District Rank
#4 of 8

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